For this assignment, you will research a genetic disorder and prepare a PowerPoint answering these questions as if you were presenting to a set of parents whose child has the disorder.
- What causes this disorder
- The genes/chromosomes that are involved
- Is the disorder inherited?
- Role of dominant or recessive genes
- Any influence from the environment? Address if/how nature vs. nurture applies to this disorder
- Is this diagnosed in utero? How?
- How the disorder affects prenatal development
- How the disorder affects postnatal development
Your paper should be 3 – 4 pages.
*** You going to write about Down syndrome******
Make sure your paper is APA style with in-text citations and a reference page. Please double space and use 12 Font Times New Roman.
Rubric
Research Paper
| Research Paper | ||||||
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts | ||||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFully answered required questions related to the theories. |
| 35.0pts | ||||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCompleted Compare and Contrast. Explained what the theories have in common. Detailed their differences. |
| 30.0pts | ||||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCorrect Grammar and Spelling |
| 15.0pts | ||||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Style: cover page, headings, citations, appropriate sources,reference page |
| 20.0pts | ||||
| Total Points: 100.0 | ||||||